City Building Permits

Town of Greene, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Greene, Maine. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Maine Androscoggin County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Small town; Code Enforcement Officer handles all building, plumbing, and related permit applications. Appeals go to the Greene Appeals Board.

Department
Town of Greene -- Code Enforcement Office
Address
Contact by phone or email for exact location.
Website
https://www.townofgreene.net/government/code_enforcement.php

Online Permit Portal

Open Code Enforcement

Platform: Town website • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact CEO at CEO@TownOfGreene.net or call Town Office before beginning any project.
  2. Obtain permit application from Town Office or town website.
  3. Complete application fully -- incomplete applications will not be processed.
  4. Make appointment with CEO for application review.
  5. CEO grants or denies permit within authority.
  6. Pay applicable fee.
  7. Permit issued; begin work.
  8. Schedule inspections with CEO as required.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact CEO.

Source: Town of Greene -- Code Enforcement Office

General Requirements

New structures; structural alterations; plumbing; electrical; demolition; and other work as defined in town ordinances.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Supporting plans as required by CEO
Permit validity
Not published; contact CEO.
Building code
Contact CEO to confirm current code adoption; MUBEC may apply if town has elected to adopt it.
Owner-builder
Not published; contact CEO.
Contractor requirements
Maine state licenses required for electricians and plumbers. No general contractor state license required.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Not published; contact CEO.
Payment note
Pay at Town Office.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Greene -- Code Enforcement Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • CEO@TownOfGreene.net (email)
  • Town Office (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM; Tuesday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

Typical inspection sequence: Inspections scheduled with CEO during and at completion of permitted work.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Greene -- Code Enforcement Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Greene Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Greene, ME?
New structures; structural alterations; plumbing; electrical; demolition; and other work as defined in town ordinances.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Greene, ME?
Fees are calculated as: Not published; contact CEO..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Greene, ME?
1. Contact CEO at CEO@TownOfGreene.net or call Town Office before beginning any project. 2. Obtain permit application from Town Office or town website. 3. Complete application fully -- incomplete applications will not be processed. 4. Make appointment with CEO for application review. 5. CEO grants or denies permit within authority. 6. Pay applicable fee. 7. Permit issued; begin work. 8. Schedule inspections with CEO as required.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Greene, ME?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact CEO..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Greene, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: CEO@TownOfGreene.net, Town Office.

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